At GBTA Convention 2015, the GBTA Foundation announced it is joining the fight to stop child exploitation by working with ECPAT, the leading anti-trafficking policy organization fighting sex tourism.
“The GBTA Foundation and ECPAT stand shoulder-to-shoulder against the trafficking and exploitation of children,” said Daphne Bryant, GBTA Foundation executive director.

The GBTA BTI™ Outlook, sponsored by Visa, Inc. finds that global business travel spending will hit a record $1.25 trillion USD in 2015. These findings are part of an annual travel forecast released at GBTA Convention 2015 –which details business travel spending in 75 countries across 48 industries over 15 years.

Whether you’re just beginning or well-established in the industry, the new GBTA Academy offers education programs to advance your personal and professional growth. Learn business basics and update core proficiencies with the latest knowledge. Participation is based upon your experience and skill level.

Join GBTA and get access to a global set of specialised tools, resources, information, and services designed specifically to address the demanding needs of business travel professionals. Five core areas of membership include networking, industry research, education, career advancement, and industry advocacy.